Potato Hollow Heart
Stem & Roots problem · common pattern reported by gardeners · verify locally
What you'll see
- Cavity in center of large tubers
- Brown star inside
- No external sign
Most common causes
- Rapid tuber growth after water or fertility surge
- Oversized tubers outgrow internal tissue
- Irregular moisture
How to fix it
- Use immediately — texture suffers
- Cut around cavity
Prevention: Steady moisture (no boom-bust) Avoid excessive spacing of seed Moderate fertility
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ZoneFig content reflects widely published extension-service and gardening guidance. Symptoms and causes are common patterns, not a diagnosis for any individual plant — verify locally and treat conservatively.